The Medieval Art, Architecture and History of Bristol Cathedral - An Enigma Explored (Relié)

Bristol Cathedral, formerly the abbey of St Augustine, is a remarkable building. To medievalists it is an enigmatic and compelling place, filled with important work of various periods - work that raises crucial questions about style, patronage and the intentions behind medieval architecture. This is especially true of the controversial and spectacular east end, one of the most significant structures of its period in Europe.
This volume is a major contribution to the history of the church when it was St Augustine's Abbey. Scholars focus on each successive period of the history of the church, including the most detailed discussions to date of later medieval history and architecture, and papers on the dating, attribution, patronage and historiography of the east end. The editors also draw out the wider themes and lessons suggested by the building, matters of interest to all medievalists and historians of medieval art.